Mather LifeWays helps older adults discover their passions, learn new things, consider new possibilities, and have different experiences so they can reach a higher level of fulfillment.

—Mary SullivanMather LifeWays Vice President of Human Resources

Culture, benefits, and perks

Mather LifeWays strives to maintain a stable, healthy workforce that is empowered and deeply committed to its mission: enhancing the lives of older adults by creating Ways to Age WellSM.

We sustain our dynamic culture with a strong emphasis on wellness including work-life balance and professional development. Through “Eliminating My Impossibilities” (EMI), Mather LifeWays has designed a philosophical and operational approach to support both residents and employees in discovering their own dreams and passions, and eliminating barriers to happiness and fulfillment.

“We will become a place not just of independence, but of freedom. All who visit, live, and work here will be free to be confident, creative, and curious. Free to be surprising, strong, and secure. And free to be reinvented, renewed, and restored.”

-Eliminating My Impossibilities, Mather LifeWays declaration

Mather LifeWays employees are as passionate about their chosen field as they are about creating Ways to Age Well. With one of the best employee retention rates in the industry, both our organization and our employees are dedicated to creating a healthy, fun, and fulfilling work environment. One that they can be proud of. Just like our CEO, Mary Leary, who recently celebrated her 10th anniversary with Mather LifeWays.

Healthy and happy employees

Mather LifeWays is an award-winning employer that offers a number of appealing, employee-centered incentives.

In addition:

Learning…to Age Well Through the Learning to Age Well program, employees can be reimbursed up to $120 per year for completion of classes such as music lessons, yoga, foreign language classes, or health club membership.

Professional and workforce development Mather LifeWays Institute on Aging develops nationally recognized, award-winning, and innovative staff development training. The Institute not only offers the latest, most relevant professional training and learning to outside professionals, but to Mather LifeWays employees.